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Salt Spring Islands is stunning from the air. Unlike many of the other smaller islands, Salt Spring Island has numerous lakes, a number of fine sandy beaches and massive valleys. Here’s a sampling of this beautiful island. For additional Salt Spring Island aerial photographs please visit the Gallery. The large town of Ganges is of course [read more] Mount Maxwell Provincial Park contains one of the highest points on Salt Spring Island The views are superb with Vancouver Island looming to the west, the surrounding Gulf Islands and the mainland of British Columbia and Washington State in the background. The lower portion of the park has stands of old-growth Douglas fir, Garry oak [read more] Ruckle Provincial Park is a stunning park overlooking Swanson Channel. From the rocky shoreline you can watch ferries and pleasure boats ply the waters while enjoying one of the most spectacular camping spots in the Southern Gulf Islands. Orcas and sea lions are often seen and the 7 km of rocky shoreline is great to [read more] Burgoyne Bay is both accessible by land from a turn off in the Fulford Valley as well as water as there is a government dock and good moorage in the area. The tree lined roads to the bay are very picturesque with many old farm buildings and funky fences. This road is also incredibly dusty! The [read more] Walker Hook is located on the north end of Salt Spring Island and was named after schooner captain Edward Walker. The area has been used for fish farming in recent years and is also one of the largest archaeological sites in the Gulf Islands. This beautiful spit is well worth a visit.
Aerial photograph of [read more] Fulford Harbour is located at the southern end of Saltspring Island and is the jumping off point for people on their way to or from Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. Fulford Harbour is likely the funkiest area in the Southern Gulf Islands with hippie overtones everywhere you look. The area also has an interesting history.
[read more] Salt Spring Island’s Saturday Market is held every Saturday in Ganges from the beginning of April to the end of October. More than 140 artisans sell everything from musical instruments and beautiful glasswork to soaps and clothing. Local farmers bring in their garlic, fruits and vegetables and there is always some fabulous baking. From a [read more] |
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